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2016 Merlot Riserva DOC

Castello Santanna

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89
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Tasting 2021
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The red wine Merlot Riserva DOC, vintage 2016 from the winery Castello Santanna has been rated in 2021 by Benjamin Herzog und Dominik Vombach with 89 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape variety Merlot from the region Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Italy.

Tasting Notes

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Tasting from 26.03.2021: Benjamin Herzog und Dominik Vombach

Dark ruby red. Cassis, plum and black cherry on the nose, with subtle spices such as cinnamon and fine wood nuances. Round and dense on the palate with a sweet core, beautiful acidity and present tannins on the finish.

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Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Winery: Castello Santanna
Category: Red Wine
Grape Variety: Merlot
Vintage: 2016
Expansion: 24 months barrique
Alcohol Level: 14.5%
Stopper: Cork
Price: 20 - 50 €
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Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Friuli Venezia Giulia, along with South Tyrol, is certainly the best region for top white wines in Italy. Some critics and many wine lovers even consider it...
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Winery Castello Santanna

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Castello Santanna

Strada di Sant'Anna 9
33043 Cividale del Friuli
Italien
+39 (432) 716289
www.castellosantanna.it

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2016 Merlot Riserva DOC
Castello Santanna
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Friuli-Venezia Giulia,  Italy
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Merlot
14,5%
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